Table 3O of Potential Hazards
Process-related biological, chemical, and physical hazards
Soups and Sauces
| Category | Number | Subcategory | Storage Conditions | Hazards | Example Products |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Soups, Sauces, Gravies | 1 | Dry Mixes, Powder | Shelf-Stable | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal,Glass (when product packed in glass) | Noodle Soup, French Onion Soup, Bouillon Cubes, Bullion Powder, Brown Soup Base, Hollandaise Sauce, Turkey Gravy, Béarnaise Sauce, Beef Gravy |
| Soups, Sauces, Gravies | 2 | Base, paste | Shelf-Stable | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to poor formulation control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Chicken Base, Beef Base, Vegetable Base, Seafood Base, Turkey Base |
| Soups, Sauces, Gravies | 3a | Ready-to-Eat (RTE), Full Strength Liquid | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal,Glass (when product packed in glass) | Beef-based Soup, Stew, Chili, Chicken Soup, French Onion Soup, Mushroom Soup, Turkey Soup, Potato Soup, Chicken Broth, Consommé, Peanut Sauce, Stir-Fry Sauce, Black Bean Sauce, Chili Sauce, Tandoori Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Broccoli and Cheese Soup, Tortilla Soup, Vegetarian Vegetable Soup, Tartar Sauce, Barbecue Sauce |
| Soups, Sauces, Gravies | 3b | Ready-to-Eat (RTE), Full Strength Liquid | Frozen | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Beef-based Soup, Stew, Chili, Chicken Soup, French Onion Soup, Mushroom Soup, Turkey Soup, Potato Soup, Chicken Broth, Consommé, Peanut Sauce, Stir-Fry Sauce, Black Bean Sauce, Chili Sauce, Tandoori Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Broccoli and Cheese Soup, Tortilla Soup, Vegetarian Vegetable Soup, Tartar Sauce, Barbecue Sauce |
| Soups, Sauces, Gravies | 4a | Condensed (Concentrated), Liquid | Refrigerated | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to poor formulation control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to reduced oxygen packaging,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Recontamination due to lack of container integrity,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Beef-based Soup, Stew, Chili, Chicken Soup, French Onion Soup, Mushroom Soup, Turkey Soup, Potato Soup, Chicken Broth, Consommé, Peanut Sauce, Stir-Fry Sauce, Black Bean Sauce, Chili Sauce, Tandoori Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Broccoli and Cheese Soup, Tortilla Soup, Vegetarian Vegetable Soup, Tartar Sauce, Barbecue Sauce |
| Soups, Sauces, Gravies | 4b | Condensed (Concentrated), Liquid | Frozen | Bacterial pathogen survival of a lethal treatment,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to lack of time/temperature control,Bacterial growth and/or toxin formation due to poor formulation control,Recontamination with environmental pathogens,Undeclared allergens - Incorrect label,Undeclared allergens - cross- contact,Chemical hazards due to mis- formulation (e.g. sulfites, yellow #5),Metal | Beef-based Soup, Stew, Chili, Chicken Soup, French Onion Soup, Mushroom Soup, Turkey Soup, Potato Soup, Chicken Broth, Consommé, Peanut Sauce, Stir-Fry Sauce, Black Bean Sauce, Chili Sauce, Tandoori Sauce, Tomato Sauce, Broccoli and Cheese Soup, Tortilla Soup, Vegetarian Vegetable Soup, Tartar Sauce, Barbecue Sauce |
Source
U.S. Food and Drug Administration
Hazard Analysis and Risk-Based Preventive Controls for Human Food: Draft Guidance for Industry
Appendix 1: Potential Hazards for Foods and Processes